Penetration Tester Jobs on Ladders

A Penetration Tester, or Ethical Hacker, evaluates an organization's IT systems, networks, and software applications for vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cybercriminals. On Ladders, you will find an extensive range of top-paying Penetration Tester jobs across various industries.

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At Ladders, we curate high caliber penetration tester positions that offer a minimum annual salary of $100,000. Our platform caters to professionals, making your job hunt easier and more efficient.

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$77K - $153K *

Champion cutting-edge security solutions by designing and enhancing detection systems and automating workflows in a dynamic cybersecurity environment focused on Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $153K *

Elevate cybersecurity through innovative detection and response solutions. Drive improvements in security operations, automation workflows, and incident response while leveraging advanced technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $153K *

Innovate security operations by enhancing detection and response platforms. Collaborate across teams to implement improvements, automate processes, and support investigations for optimal cybersecurity...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Execute advanced cryptologic solutions, tackling complex problems through innovative approaches in computer science. Collaborate on critical network protection, forensics, and attack attribution, driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Launch comprehensive integration and testing for advanced training solutions supporting a 5th generation fighter program, ensuring effective verification and low-risk deployments across various milita...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Unlock the future of cybersecurity by implementing security measures, managing identities, and ensuring compliance within federal environments. Collaborate on embedding security across applications an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $123K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing the quality of financial services through effective testing practices. You'll coordinate testing efforts, analyze results, and collaborate with stakeholders in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career by analyzing and reverse engineering mobile malware targeting Android and iOS platforms, delivering critical intelligence for national security. Engage in complex evaluations and col...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Solve complex IT infrastructure challenges, enhance performance, and ensure implementation of scalable solutions. Collaborate with internal and client teams to lead initiatives in security, automation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and enhance IT infrastructure solutions by collaborating with teams, evaluating systems, automating processes, and ensuring security compliance to drive performance improvements and operationa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K *

Elevate operational reliability by ensuring rigorous QA processes for software deployments. Collaborate cross-functionally to validate builds, enhance system features, and leverage AI tools for effici...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engineer robust network security solutions to protect sensitive data through proactive monitoring, incident response, and collaboration with IT teams. Enhance security protocols using firewalls and vu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Oversee and manage critical systems across hybrid and AWS environments, ensuring system availability, compliance, and security. Collaborate with teams to support modernization initiatives and operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Lead and oversee cybersecurity strategies, policy compliance, and risk management across critical systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance security posture and gain authorizations...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that ensures cybersecurity compliance and safeguards classified government systems. Manage cybersecurity measures, assess vulnerabilities, and implement strategies to maintain a resilient...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K *

Transform client technology with innovative AI solutions as a pivotal engineer, driving impactful results through hands-on collaboration, technical autonomy, and a fast-paced, dynamic environment whil...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative cross-cutting solutions that integrate advanced technologies across various cybersecurity pillars. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with feder...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security practices, collaborating on innovative solutions, and driving initiatives that safeguard systems. Your expertise will play a key role in analyzing ch...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's modernizing mission-critical systems through DevOps engineering. You will enhance application performance, ensure scalability, and automate infrastructure in a collaborative environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Unlock potential by driving DevOps engineering efforts to modernize and enhance key systems. Collaborate to automate infrastructure, deploy applications, and ensure the performance and reliability of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of security analytics by enhancing threat detection capabilities, optimizing SIEM configurations, and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful insights on suspicious activitie...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $142K *

Accelerate progress at our team by owning automated UI test coverage, integrating performance testing, and evolving into application security management. This role focuses on automation across web and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Support proactive threat hunting initiatives, analyze telemetry, and identify security threats. Collaborate across teams to document findings, enhance detection capabilities, and lead incident respons...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity through proactive threat hunting, using advanced methodologies to identify and mitigate risks across enterprise environments, ensuring robust defense agains...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $280K *

Champion security innovations by designing and deploying new controls to protect sensitive data, leading projects from concept to implementation while fostering a secure culture and driving organizati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Penetration Tester do?question toggle

    A Penetration Tester evaluates an organization's IT infrastructure for potential vulnerabilities that could be leveraged by hackers. They use a range of tools and techniques to identify and document these security risks.

  • What skills are required to become a Penetration Tester?question toggle

    Penetration Testers typically require technical skills such as understanding of networking protocols, coding, and knowledge of different operating systems. They must also have a strong grasp of cybersecurity principles.

  • What income can I expect as a Penetration Tester?question toggle

    The salary for a Penetration Tester can vary, but positions listed on Ladders have a minimum annual income of $100K.

  • How can I increase my chances of finding a high-paying Penetration Tester job?question toggle

    Joining Ladders will increase your chance of locating and applying to high paying Penetration Tester jobs. We specialize in jobs that meet the $100K minimum salary.